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How Can An Infected Dog Scratch On The Knee Be Treated?
I got a bad scratch on my knee from a rambunctious, stray dog I rescued. The scratch got infected and red over the first few days. I treated it with hydrogen peroxide and antibacterial ointment daily for a week. The scratch scabbed over but was red around it. It is healing but is still pink and itches like crazy. Today I noticed a pink rash near it that has traveled down my shin and is very itchy. Please advise.
Tue, 6 Nov 2018
Hi,
You need to clean the wound by taking appropriate antiseptic measures. Along with that, you need to take an anti-rabies vaccine.
Kindly consult Physician in this regard for appropriate management.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ashakiran S,
General & Family Physician
You need to clean the wound by taking appropriate antiseptic measures. Along with that, you need to take an anti-rabies vaccine.
Kindly consult Physician in this regard for appropriate management.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ashakiran S,
General & Family Physician
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